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members of the club, you can receive 1-4 ITINERARIES Veneto by bicycle, enjoy Bike Club: hospitality all the useful information on routes, the travel. customized for cyclists. rental services, bike repairing 1-7 EXCURSIONS Veneto by bicycle is a holiday Tourists who live their cycling and transport. Sports enthusiasts will proposal for those who are looking holidays need a tailor-made and find also mountain bike and road bike VENETO CYCLING ROUTES for a slow, playful and light holiday. warm welcoming. For this reason, tracks, while those who prefer a more The Veneto Region has selected tourism consortiums of the Veneto leisurely holiday will receive proposals LINKING CYCLE ROUTES 4 itineraries divided into stretches Region have formed “bike clubs” suitable for their needs. It is easy to and 7 daily excursions to discover to take care of tourists and of their book a two-wheel holiday, just visit the the historic, artistic and landscape means of transport. Contacting hotels, websites of the consortiums and bike heritage of this extraordinary territory. farmhouses or campings which are products club. Each stage has in store for you unforgettable surprises such as sea and mountain natural parks and Itineraries art treasures in medieval cities and From Lake Garda to towns. You will ride surrounded by 01 Verona, Vicenza, , Riviera del Brenta rural countrysides where excellent wines are produced and where you 02 The Veneto Ring can enjoy typical dishes. The invite is Venice, Chioggia, , Vicenza, Bassano del Grappa, Treviso open to all. In fact the routes are safe, Seaside Route flat, equipped with specific signs 03 , Chioggia, , , Bibione and with asphalt concrete surface. From the Dolomites to Venice The routes selected are mainly 04 Cortina d’Ampezzo, Belluno, Vittorio Veneto, Treviso, Venice cycle routes and countryside roads flanking rivers down to the sea, with mountains and hills that characterize the wonderful scenery. The holiday proposals included in this brochure Excursions Long Way of the Dolomites are described with texts, images 01 Cortina d’Ampezzo, Calalzo di Cadore and maps that you can find even in a road-book with long-distance Circular Cycle Path of the Euganean Hills itineraries as well as single bike 02 Padua, Este, Terme Euganee tour cards. All the guides designed The Donzella Ring for those who want to ride along the 03 Delta Park best cycleways of the Veneto region The GiraSile can be applied for free at tourist 04 Treviso, Casale sul Sile information offices and are available on the website www.veneto.to where 05 The Venetian Islands Cycleway you can also download the GPS Lido di Venice, , tracks and pdf maps. The Mincio River Cycle Route 06 Peschiera del Garda, Mantova Palladio’s Landscapes 07 Vicenza, Lago di Fimon

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Exe_Brossura_SlowVeneto2014_170x230_ING.indd 2-3 10/10/14 12:12 Distance 185 Km Start: Garda, Bardolino I1 Signposting Info: www.veneto.to Distance 305 Km Ring route with start and finish I2 Signposting Info: www.veneto.to Legs 4 Finish: Venice Brown signposts Legs 6 recommended in Venice Brown signposts 01 02

1 1 From Lake Garda to Venice. The Veneto Ring. Verona, Vicenza, Padua, Riviera del Brenta. Venice, Chioggia, Abano Terme, Vicenza, Bassano del Grappa, Treviso. The itinerary, which extends from mainland. Following the cycle and following the River, the path finally reachesAsolo (1) Lake Garda to Venice, offers a path of the Adige River, which in a landscape dotted with abbeys (2) (province of Treviso), one of the “most panoramic view of the rich history links Bolzano to Verona, the route villas and castles, you reach Vicenza beautiful villages in ” and then and tradition of the provinces of crosses the areas where the fine and its historical centre, classified Montebelluna (Treviso), at the foot of Verona, Vicenza, Padua and wines Bardolino and Valpolicella are as a World Heritage Site. After a the Montello. Just a bit further away Venice. Departing from Garda produced. After a visit to the city of break in the city, the path leads to you can reach Treviso, capital of the (1), historical town on the lake, Romeo and Juliet, the bicycle path the foothills towards Marostica and Red Radish and of Prosecco wine. the path connects different cycle along leads to Palladio’s city and Bassano del Grappa (province of The next day, continue along the path routes along the natural courses you can stop and visit the medieval 3 Vicenza), the former famous for chess which returns to the lagoon by means of the Adige, Bacchiglione and town of Soave. From Vicenza, the and the latter for Palladio’s Bridge of of the GiraSile bicycle path. Brenta rivers leading to the Venetian cycle route continues along the The itinerary is mainly on level ground 2 the Alpines. Among the rolling hills, Berica Riviera first and then along with the exception of two easy uphill Leaving from Venice, the bicycle path the Bacchiglione River (3) reaching stretches: from Garda to Rivoli Veronese in of the islands crosses The itinerary is easy and varied, even Padua, home of the innovative the first leg and from Brendola to Vicenza the islands to reach Chioggia (3). The if some stretches follow busy roads. artists Giotto and Mantegna, and in the second one. The road is mostly second day, you can continue cycling You will ride on unpaved cycle paths then re-departs towards Venice, paved with some sections of dirt roads among the banks of the Bacchiglione along the banks of the rivers and there crossing the well-known Riviera along the banks of the Bacchiglione river. River; passing through the Benedictine are not significant uphill stretches. del Brenta (2). It finally arrives This tour lasts a week and recommended Courts of (province of Worth a note, the boat crossings of the in Mestre (Venice), where cyclists detours are the visit of the lake and of the Padua) you arrive at the oldest Venetian Lagoon, the sight of small rural can replace bikes with public many art cities along the way. There is thermal spas in Europe, the Euganee villages and the swimming pools of the transportation and reach Venice. also the possibility to extend the journey Thermal baths (Padua). The next day Euganean Thermal spas. Recommend following the excursions identified with the you can reach the center of Padua period from April to October. 2 signposts E2, E5, E6 and E7. 4 5

Exe_Brossura_SlowVeneto2014_170x230_ING.indd 4-5 10/10/14 12:12 Distance 250 Km Start: Rovigo I3 Signposting Info: www.veneto.to Distance 200 Km Start: Passo Cimabanche, Cortina d’Ampezzo I4 Signposting Info: www.veneto.to Legs 5 Finish: Brown Signposts Legs 4 Finish: Venice Brown Signposts 03 04

1 1 Seaside Route. From the Dolomites to Venice. Rovigo, Chioggia, Jesolo, Caorle, Bibione. Cortina d’Ampezzo, Belluno, Vittorio Veneto, Treviso, Venice. The seaside route makes the tourist canals reaching Chioggia, of typical From the angular landscapes of the the itinerary reaches Treviso, discover the wonders of the long Venetian style. The third leg continues Dolomites to the long stretching cultural center with precious littoral area of Veneto: the Po River on the Islands of Venice (3) views of the Venice Lagoon, the architectural wonders. The last leg Delta, the fishing valley, the mouths (Pellestrina and ) panorama you encounter during this follows the banks of the Sile river of many rivers, the long beaches and ends in Cavallino Treporti (1). striking itinerary gently changes day and then along roads without traffic of golden sand and the Venetian The itinerary then reaches the by day.The itinerary departs from reaching Mestre - Venice. Lagoon. The itinerary leaves from the coastal littoral stretch of the Venetian Cortina d’Ampezzo, jewel of the historic centre of Rovigo and heads beaches of Jesolo and , with Dolomites and World Heritage Site towards Adria, near the Delta of the many campsites and hotels along the 3 (3), following the cycle route built 3 Po River. The next day you can cross way. After having admired Caorle’s along the old railway track, among the natural Park among valleys and charming city centre featuring the The route follows a stretch of the forests and peaks. The downhill short stretch by train, the itinerary fishers island (2) and the Church of “Eurovelo 8” European cycleway that ride will take you through the many continues from Belluno towards One week of journey is suggested to the Blessed Virgin of the Angel, the continues along the Po river on one towns of the Cadore area. After a the Cansiglio Forest and Lake enjoy the many natural and artistic itinerary sets off again towards the side and along the Adriatic upper coast Santa Croce (1). Then the Faldalto beauties of the places reached along final stops, long cycling paths that on the other. There aren’t particular pass leads you to Vittorio Veneto this itinerary. The route doesn’t have cross rustic landscapes, flourishing difficulties or dangers. Beware of the (province of Treviso), among rolling significant uphill stretches. Watch pinewood forests and the lovely city second leg that is longer than the hills (2) where the Prosecco DOCG out for traffic in brief sections near centres of and others. There are many opportunities to is produced. The next stop of the the cities. Pleasant stretches along Portogruaro. The ancient lighthouse discover the Po Delta and the Lagoons itinerary, identified with the letter I4 unpaved cycle paths in the woods and in Bibione at the mouth of the of Venice, Carole and Bibione by boat. in signposts, is Conegliano with its along the Sile river are in store for you. Tagliamento River is the end of this You can also extend your visit to the Po beautiful medieval castle. Across the Worth of note the culinary variety, from 2 itinerary among earth and water. Delta with a detour on the E3 excursion. 2 Piave River and around the Montello the Alpine to the Mediterranean tastes. 6 7

Exe_Brossura_SlowVeneto2014_170x230_ING.indd 6-7 10/10/14 12:12 Distance 50 Km Start: Passo Cimabanche, Cortina d’Ampezzo E1 Signposting Info: www.veneto.to Distance 63 Km Start and finish: Abano Terme, E2 Signposting Info: www.veneto.to, www.termesport.it, Finish: Calalzo di Cadore Brown signposts www.belledolomiti.it , , Este Brown signposts www.abanomontegrottosi.it, www.bikepadova.it www.welcomepadova.it 01 02

1 1 Long Way of the Dolomites. Circular path of the Euganean Hills. Cortina d’Ampezzo, Calalzo di Cadore. Padua, Este, Euganean thermal baths. The cycle path of the Dolomites (1) divider between Valle d’Ampezzo and From Padua, the Euganean Hills Venetian Villas and historic centres. is one of the most rewarding journeys Pusteria Valley. The downhill slopes (1) stand out on the horizon with The itinerary follows cycle routes on two wheels in the Alps: you will included on this trip are consistent and undulating lines in a surprising mostly paved and does not have ride surrounded by some of the peaks easily cyclable and you can find original variety of forms - conical significant climbs. Easy detours recognized by UNESCO as World stations, tunnels and bridges suspended silhouettes atop gently rolling lead to Arquà Petrarca and to the Heritage Site. The itinerary follows over spectacular, plummeting gorges. hills. In this unique geological city of Padua. the same route on the old railway The itinerary passes through the Boite scenery, nature shows its amazing tracks of the Dolomites that were built valley, bordering the Boite River which biodiversity, archaeological during World War I and closed down feeds many alpine lakes, surrounded evidence hands down stories of in 1964. The starting point is Passo by conifer woods overlooked by the ancient civilizations and farmers 3 Cimabanche (mountain pass), natural imposing and unmistakable Monte 3 produce excellent wines. This around the Park of the Euganean Pelmo, Monte Antelao (2) and the itinerary follows a circular route Hills, crossing the walled cities of Tofane mountain group. The high- Easy itinerary suitable for families along ancient waterside routes, Este (3) and Monselice, the spas This easy and varied route features altitude cycle route continues towards with children. In some stretches of Abano and Montegrotto (2), amazing landscape views. You can Cortina d’Ampezzo and passes you will ride along well-preserved the waterside village of Battaglia ride all year round thanks to the mild through all the towns of Cadore area: unpaved cycle paths. The are not Terme and boasts the Abbey of climate that characterizes this area. San Vito (3), Borca, Vodo, Venas, Valle significant uphill sections. Possibility Praglia and many Venetian villas. There is only one short uphill stretch. and Tai. A brief detour leads to the to return to the starting point by The Euganean Hills ring can be a We recommend to stay two days to centre of Pieve di Cadore, last leg public transport or private means day trip or a proposal for a short better discover the territory rich in before arriving to the train station of of transport. In many points you break, combining bike rides with history, art, wellness and food and Calalzo, ending point of this wonderful can rent a bike. The recommended a wellness stay at the spas and a wine tradition. 2 cycle route. period is from May to October. 2 visit to archaeological museums, 8 9

Exe_Brossura_SlowVeneto2014_170x230_ING.indd 8-9 10/10/14 12:12 Distance 60 Km Start and finish: Porto Tolle E3 Signposting Info: www.veneto.to Distance 40 Km Start: Circular route starting from Treviso E4 Signposting Info: www.veneto.to Brown signposts www.deltapocard.it Brown signposts www.marcatreviso.it 03 04

1 1 The Donzella Ring. The GiraSile. Po Delta Park. Treviso, Casale sul Sile. High dykes, pleasant sea breeze and Bonelli, a town of traditional houses This itinerary follows the Sile river, renaturalized. Excellent vegetables soft lights: these are the impressions with large cube-shaped chimneys the longest resurgence river in are grown in the surrounding you get as you visit Ca’ Tiepolo in (2), you come to the beach and to Europe, in one of the most wonderful countryside and can be tasted with a Porto Tolle, starting point of the trip the tourist resort of Barricata, stretches within the Regional glass of Prosecco in one of the many through the heart of the Po Delta (3). ideal place for tourist looking for a Natural Park (1) among art cities, “osterie” in the old town centre of You climb up the right dyke of the wild nature and a relaxing holiday. nature reserves, Venetian villas Treviso. Po di Venezia, main branch of the From these wet environments, and lush countryside. The itinerary river,and continue until you reach man has always been able to make begins a short distance away from Tolle. Then follow the dyke of Po di the best. In the valleys fishermen the historic centre of Treviso (2), Tolle until you come to Scardovari, breed mussels and fish gilt-head elegant and wealthy city, following a fishing village which has a large breams, sea-bass and eels. In the 3 the towpath along the river (3). This 3 fish market. After passing through countryside, farmers grow rice, route makes you discover many di Fiera, last true port of the city, cereals and vegetables. Crossing The route follows levees and country important waterway locations: Porto Silea’s hydroelectric power station, The GiraSile is one of the most the river and following the left dyke roads. Only the wind and the long sunny the “barge cemetery” where famous cycle paths in the Veneto of the Po della Donzella, the route days can give some difficulties for sunken wrecks of large vessels that region. The itinerary is suitable for leads to Ca’ Vendramin where tourists. To continue the discovery of the were used for goods transporting families with children. There are both you can visit the Regional Land Po Delta, we recommend to follow the now languish. Not to far, the itinerary paved and gravel road stretches Reclamation Museum (1) where seaside cycleway (I3 signpost) towards reaches other towns near the river always in excellent conditions. For you can see a dewatering pump Porto Levante (the Way of the Valleys as Casier, Lughignano and Casale trained cyclists we suggest to follow dating back to the beginning of the and the Way of the dewatering pumps). sul Sile. From here you can cycle the I4 signpost and reach the village last century. From here the itinerary The recommended period for this trip is towards Treviso along country roads, of Portegrandi overlooking the 2 returns to the point of departure. from spring to autumn. 2 flanking former clay pits today Lagoon of Venice. 10 11

Exe_Brossura_SlowVeneto2014_170x230_ING.indd 10-11 10/10/14 12:12 Distance 40 Km Start and Finish: Embarkation of Chioggia, E5 Signposting Info: www.veneto.to Distance 44 Km Start: Peschiera sul Garda E6 Signposting Info: www.veneto.to round trip Fusina, Tronchetto, Punta Sabbioni Brown signposts www.promovenezia.it one way Finish: Mantua Brown signposts www.lagodigardaveneto.com 05 06

1 1 The Venetian Islands Cycleway. The Mincio River Cycle Route. Lido di Venezia, Malamocco, Pellestrina. Peschiera del Garda, Mantua. The islands of the Lido di Venezia the island of “campielli”. You then go up onto the This cycle route consists almost Napoleonic fortress and nineteenth (3) and of Pellestrina mark the Pellestrina and path built on the “Murazzi” (2), large entirely of paved, well-marked bike century Habsburg stronghold. After boundary between the Adriatic once arrived, stone boulders arranged to provide paths on level ground. It begins leaving Lake Garda, after about 15 Sea and the Lagoon: open sea on descend in defense against heavy seas until in Peschiera del Garda (1), a kilometers, flanking the river, you one side, the lagoon on the other the direction you reach the palaces that host the walled city that Dante described come to Valeggio sul Mincio, a and Venice (1) sparkling in the of the Ca’ Venice International Film Festival, the as a “fortress fair and strong” in town which preserves its original background. Just this impression is Roman nature old Jewish Cemetery and the church Canto XX of his Inferno. Indeed medieval fortifications atop the hill worth the bike trip. From Chioggia, reserve. The of San Nicolò, finishing point of this for many centuries this place had and handful of houses of Borghetto after visiting the old town centre itinerary itinerary. an important military function: (3), where you can admire old water with its original herringbone layout, takes you Roman fort, castle and citadel of mills and the Visconteo Bridge. take the short ferry crossing to northwards the Della Scala family, fortified Returning on the cycle path, you to the town Easy itinerary for families with city of the Venetian Republic, can follow the several signs which of Pellestrina, with sixteen and children. The recommended periods direct to the Centrale del Corno This easy itinerary is protected and seventeen century houses and then are spring and autumn. This nature reserve and to the special mostly along paved roads. During the leads you to the town of Portosecco, cycleway allows you to discover an conservation areas of Parco Bertone day you’ll discover lake landscapes, where you may meet women making authentic and original Venice. Worth and Bosco Fontana. The last stretch relaxing river views, breathtaking lace on lace pillows. On the second a visit the nature reserves along the of the Mincio river widens to form countrysides and charming art cities. island, stop near Alberoni nature way. Paying attention to the boat a series of lakes surrounding You can’t miss a visit to Valeggio sul reserve and you can cycle along the connections, you can also ride on Mantua (2), the Gonzaga family’s Mincio. You should carefully organize road that flanks the lagoon to the old the Island of St. Erasmo, famous for Renaissance city rich in historical transport to get back to the starting town centre of Malamocco, with its vegetable gardens. and architectural gems and finish point. 2 its traditional Venetian “calli” and 2 point of this wonderful itinerary. 12 13

Exe_Brossura_SlowVeneto2014_170x230_ING.indd 12-13 10/10/14 12:12 Distance 30 km Circular route with start E7 Signposting Info: www.veneto.to and finish in Vicenza Brown signposts www.vicenzae.org Excursions Tour of the 4 mountain passes 07 Dolomiti Grand Tour Marmolada Tour Around Mount Civetta Around the Plateau Tour of Valpolicella Tour of the Prosecco Hills Tour of the Euganean and Berici Hills

Climbs From Cortina to Tre Cime di Lavaredo From Bassano to Cima Grappa 1 Palladio’s Landscapes. Vicenza, Lake Fimon. Bike Resorts and Excursions The masterpieces of Noventa Vicentina”, begins near Arco Andrea Arabba - Sellaronda Mtb Palladio mark the beginning of delle Scalette. After a brief stretch, an itinerary that leads from the Villa Capra Valmarana “ la Rotonda” Cortina d’Ampezzo - Tour of the 5 Refuges outskirts of Vicenza (3) towards (1), one of Palladio’s masterpieces, Marmolada, Falcade - Forca Rossa the peaceful countryside at the foot appears on the top of a hill and Civetta - Superbike of the Berica Hills. You can explore you can see in the distance the Cadore - Titian’s Dolomites bike tours charming landscape which has monument on the slopes of Mount Sappada, Comelico - Crossing Carnia many surviving traces of rural life Berico. The itinerary leads to the 3 and stunning scenery. The cycle village of Longara, from where you Prealps and Dolomites of Belluno - The Champions’ Circuit path of the Riviera Berica, built on have two possibilities: follow the Asiago Plateau - Tour of the Alpine dairy Huts the former railway track “Vicenza - route that leads to Lake Fimon This flat circular route is easy even if Little Dolomites - The Heroes’ Road (2), basin of great natural and there are some busy roads near Torri Lake Garda - From the Moraine hills to Mount Baldo archaeological value and then return di Arcugnano. The entire ring route Prosecco Hills - Montello and Mount Grappa to the city following a circular route, that reaches the centre of Arcugnano Euganean Hills - Crossing the Euganean Hills or continue along the new cycling is recommended to trained cyclists. route at the foot of the Berici The linear cycle route instead, along Hills reaching Noventa Vicentina. the former Riviera Berica railway The itinerary along the former recently opened, is easier and very railway leads to the rural towns of rewarding. From Vicenza to Noventa Lumignano, Castegnero, Nanto and Vicentina there are 50 km (one way) you can choose to make the trip along a paved cycle route. 2 shorter. 14 15

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BELLUNO

BRENNERO TARVISIO TRIESTE

TREVISO VICENZA VERONA MILAN

PADUA VENICE

ROVIGO

BOLOGNA ROME Itineraries • From Lake Garda to Venice - I1 Verona, Vicenza, Padua, Riviera del Brenta - www.veneto.to • The Veneto Ring - I2 Venice, Chioggia, Abano Terme, Vicenza, Bassano del Grappa, Treviso - www.veneto.to • Seaside Route - I3 Rovigo, Chioggia, Jesolo, Caorle, Bibione - www.veneto.to • From the Dolomites to Venice - I4 Cortina d’Ampezzo, Belluno, Vittorio Veneto, Treviso, Venice - www.veneto.to Excursions • Long Way of the Dolomites - E1 Cortina d’Ampezzo, Calalzo di Cadore - www.belledolomiti.it • Circular Cycle Path of the Euganean Hills - E2 Padua, Este, Terme Euganee - www.abanomontegrottosi.it - www.welcomepadova.it • The Donzella Ring - E3 Po Delta Park - www.deltapocard.it • The GiraSile - E4 Treviso, Casale sul Sile - www.marcatreviso.it • The Venetian Islands Cycleway - E5 Lido di Venice, Malamocco, Pellestrina - www.promovenezia.it • The Mincio River Cycle Route - E6 Peschiera del Garda, Mantova - www.lagodigardaveneto.com • Palladio’s Landscapes - E7 Vicenza, Lago di Fimon - www.vicenzae.org

Veneto Bike Project Coordination Tourism Councillorship: Assessore M. Finozzi. Tourism Department: P.Rosso, G. Voltolina, S. Marchioro. Veneto Promozione: F. Alvisi, G. Cappellari. Publishing Coordination Consorzio Dolomiti. Etifor srl: D.Gallo. Illustrations S. Maragotto / Studio Fludd. Graphic design TEND. Cover photos: M. Danesin. Photographic archive: Province di Belluno, Padova, Rovigo, Treviso, Venezia, Verona, Vicenza: D. Bandion, M.Danesin, M.Fletzer, A. Rinaldi, L. Tommasin, L. Zilli. Thanks for the photos to: Sportfull, Cicli Olympia.

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